There are many excellent conferences for writers seeking to expand their writing skills, learn more about the business of publishing, connect with an agent or publisher, or just get inspiration and encouragement from published authors. Western fairs association wfa is a nonprofit trade association serving the fair industry throughout the western united states and canada. Many states, counties and cities also hold book festivals that recognize the achievements of local authors. To be included on this list, the book events must be annual or biennial and held in the same state every year. California antiquarian book fair, oakland, california.
Get your tickets for the women lit speaker series for 2020 featuring jenny offill, victoria james, eimear mcbride. These international book fairs provide a valuable marketing tool to expose your work to thousands of. Billed as one of the largest outdoor wine festivals in the state, the 15th annual event includes a rare and reserve wine tasting 6. Some are in the distant future and others are mere days away, but, like last year, 2018 is full of conferences, fairs, and festivals. The 2018 book fair also celebrates the 200th anniversary of the publication of mary shelleys. Click on a fair name to get more information for info on 2020 fairs gone by, click here. I am happy to announce the 2020 sacramento antiquarian book fair will be held september 5th yes the sac book fair is labor day weekend. Knowledge is power at prestigious book festivals like the texas book festival and wordstock. California book fairs 51 w easy street simi valley, california 93065. Local fairs are an excellent means of building a fan base, as well as making contact with other authors. California book fairs childrens reading books for kids. The multi day event will host more than 120 galleries.
Annual book events and author festivals in every state. Coverage of book fairs and festivals from across the country. At california book fairs we believe a book fair is more than a book sale. Click on the magnifying glass to search the fairs on this page. Books in bloom literary festival may a celebration of writers and readers in the gracious garden setting of the 1886 crescent hotel and spa in eureka springs, arkansas.
Brentwood kaufman library 11820 san vicente blvd 3105758273. Now you can avoid all those onerous camping trips and family events. South san francisco, california 94080, 2018 the 51st california international antiquarian book fair, abaa. Save publisher book fair for selfpublished women authors to your collection. The livermore winter flea market will be held on february 69, 2020. Alabama book festival the alabama book festival is an annual event to promote literacy around the state and celebrate local authors. Register for the american library association midwinter conference each year and receive half off your membership fee. National orange show event center april 2226, 2020. Saturday february 2, 2018 and sunday february 3, times and booth number tba.
Select book conferences, festivals, and fairs in 2018. A secure, cashfree way to shop the fair with yearround shopping online. Below information is subject to change, and we will, of course, do our best to keep this listing as much up to date as possible. It is the largest book festival in the country, bringing in up to 150,000 attendees and featuring nine outdoor performance stages, hundreds of bookseller booths and over 100 author panel discussions. The best books and stories brought to life with unforgettable characters. These events take place across the country throughout the year. Northern arizona book festival october a weeklong literary extravaganza filled with readings, workshops, and book signings. Important book fairs, festivals, and conferences coming in. Jun 16, 2017 2018 san francisco antiquarian book print and paper fair. The 25 th annual festival of books will be presented in association with the university of southern california, on the usc campus, the weekend of oct.
Cbe offers many opportunities to promote your book at leading book fairs in the u. Save san diegos 20th annual diversity employment day career fair, october 21, 2020 to your collection. Thursday, may 21, 2020 through monday, may 25, 2020. Our show will be at the scottish rite temple, 6151 h street, sacramento 95819. Book fairs, writers festivals, and other literary events. Book festivals are a wonderful way to hear about a wide range of books and meet a large number of authors.
Earn cash for the school or get double the profit with scholastic dollars. For the most recent list of upcoming book fairs, please check the. From february 911, 2018, southern california hosts the nations largest rare book exhibition as thousands of book lovers, booksellers, and scholars converge at the 51st california international antiquarian book fair. California fairs and festivals, craft shows, art fairs. We are monitoring this pandemic and in the event we are prohibited from hosting the festival refunds will be issued. Orange county childrens book festival the largest children.
The library of congress has held a national book festival every year since 2001. Christian book fair christian books and school fundraiser. Tens of thousands of book lovers meet hundreds of acclaimed authors over an exciting weekend in downtown berkeley, california. Californias 58 counties all celebrate their history, heritage and agriculture and often their citizenrys great fondness for deepfried oreos, as well with lavish annual fairs. Fairs are unique, community institutions which maintain their local flavor and identity. May 2020 dates to be announced eureka springs, arkansas. List of important book fairs, festivals and conferences. These present many opportunities for local authors to read, sell and sign books, and lead workshops. By becoming a member of cbe, you can take advantage of discounted rates and special offers throughout the year.
Welcome to the exclusive website hosted for california fairs. California book fairs childrens reading books for kids of. Ilab congress preceding the amsterdam book fair tuesdaythursday, september 28october 1. While international book fairs may not be the best option for selfpublished authors, local and regional book fairs are another matter entirely. Featuring the collections and rare treasures of over 150 booksellers from over 30 different countries the california international antiquarian book fair is recognized as one of the worlds largest a. We are very proud to be a part of broadening the minds of our young people by offering a wide range of wonderful books at an incredible savings.
Display rates book promotion pricing, ebook promotion. Request a catalog and have a book fair fundraiser at your school. Another year, another slew of publishing and literary events. California book fair 2018 the new antiquarian the blog. Have a look at our comprehensive book festival calendar, save your favorites and start cracking some books open. In 2020, we are excited to feature womens suffrage in the united states with special exhibits and panels. Learn more about the 2020 sacramento black book fair, a twoday book festival which takes place in the oak park neighborhood of sacramento california. California book fairs 51 w easy st, simi valley, california 93065 rated 4. The 2018 book fair also celebrates the 200th anniversary of the publication of mary shelleys frankenstein. It is our intention to assist you in visiting the 78 fairs in our great state and enjoying their annual fair celebrations in addition to the unbelievable variety of interim events conducted on fairgrounds. And then theres entertaining mainstays like comiccon international. Pen world voices festival of international literature.
Plans are still moving forward for the 17th annual orange county childrens book festival on sunday, september 27, 2020. The california international antiquarian book fair is recognized as one of the worlds largest and most prestigious exhibitions of antiquarian books featuring the collections and rare treasures of 200 booksellers from over 20 different countries. Pasadena convention center, 300 east green street, pasadena california 91101. Abaa book events antiquarian book fairs rare book news. Ca book fair or 54th california antiquarian book fair. February 12th, 2021 february 14th, 2021 54th california international antiquarian book fair. Nov 14, 2017 while international book fairs may not be the best option for selfpublished authors, local and regional book fairs are another matter entirely. Share san diegos 20th annual diversity employment day career fair, october 21, 2020 with your friends. Use our widget to share this book fair information on your website. The california international antiquarian book fair is recognized as one of the worlds largest and most prestigious exhibitions of antiquarian books featuring the collections and rare treasures of 200 booksellers from over 20 different.
Get details on your fair dates, ewallet, online shopping, volunteer opportunities, and more. Welcome to the 53rd california international antiquarian book fair in pasadena california. Information on over 140 important book fairs, festivals, conferences, and related events taking place in north america over the next 12 months 2020 and 2021. Until then, enjoy our yearround women lit programming. Be sure to check our facebook page and this website for future updates. Held annually in harlem, ny, the harlem book fair features exhibition booths, panel discussions, book sales, and workshops.
California book fair 2018 the new antiquarian the blog of. Book tv covers many book festivals each year, many of them live. The primary objective of western fairs association is to promote the prosperity of fairs through educational activities, training programs and legislative advocacy. Were also hosting a celebration of the science fiction and fantasy writer ray bradbury and continuing our support for the california young book. The california international antiquarian book fair takes place every february. Sunday, september 27, 2020 orange coast college, costa mesa, ca 9. Writers conferences and book festivals center for book. You have 100% control over your catalog as it may pertain to faith and age.
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